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The new generation of Kia Soul hatchback is equipped with petrol engines of 1.6 and 2.0 litres. The third-generation Kia Soul hatchback has been produced in Korea since 2019.
How Much Oil Does a Kia Soul Take?
The 2021 Kia Soul with the 1.6L 4-cyl Turbo engine takes 4.75 quarts (with filter) of 5W-30 or 5W-40 synthetic oil. The Kia Soul with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine takes 4.23 quarts (with filter) of 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil. A new oil filter and a crush washer are required.
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 KIA Soul Oil Capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity (drain and refill) | Oil type |
| 1.6 Engine | 3.3 l (3.49 US qt.) | ILSAC GF-4 or above 10W-30, 5W-30, 5W-20 |
| 2.0 Engine | 4.0 l (4.23 US qt.) | ILSAC GF-4 or above 10W-30, 5W-30, 5W-20 |
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 KIA Soul Oil Capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity (drain and refill) | Oil type |
| 1.6 Engine M/T | 3.80 US qt. (3.6 l) | ILSAC GF-4 or above 10W-30, 5W-30, 5W-20 |
| 1.6 Engine A/T | 3.80 US qt. (3.6 l) | ILSAC GF-4 or above 10W-30, 5W-30, 5W-20 |
| 1.6 L T-GDI DCT | 4.75 US qt. (4.5 l) | ILSAC GF-4 or above 10W-30, 5W-30, 5W-20 |
| 2.0 Engine | 4.23 US qt. (4.0 l) | ILSAC GF-4 or above 10W-30, 5W-30, 5W-20 |
For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM /ILSAC GF-4). However, if the engine oil is not available in your country, select the proper engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
2019 2020 2021 KIA Soul Oil Capacity
| Engine | Oil capacity (drain and refill) | Oil type |
| 1.6 L T-GDI | 4.5 l (4.75 US qt.) |
5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, 15W-40, 20W-50 Without GPF: ACEA A5/B5With GPF: ACEA C2/C5 |
| 2.0 L MPI | 4.0 l (4.23 US qt.) | SAE 5W20 / API Latest (ILSAC Latest) |
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an effect on fuel economy and cold weather operating (engine start and engine oil flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils can provide better fuel economy and cold-weather performance, however, higher viscosity engine oils are required for satisfactory lubrication in hot weather.
Using oils of any viscosity other than those recommended could result in engine damage. When choosing an oil, consider the range of temperature your vehicle will be operated in before the next oil change.
